{"id":813,"date":"2013-06-04T08:33:17","date_gmt":"2013-06-04T08:33:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.bellenza.com\/party-ideas\/?p=813"},"modified":"2020-08-23T16:24:40","modified_gmt":"2020-08-23T16:24:40","slug":"fast-and-simple-menu-for-a-caribbean-themed-birthday-party","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bellenza.com\/party-ideas\/baby-showers\/fast-and-simple-menu-for-a-caribbean-themed-birthday-party","title":{"rendered":"Fast Ways to Plan an Irresistible Caribbean Themed Party!"},"content":{"rendered":"

For a casual yet hip theme, put on a Caribbean themed birthday party<\/strong>! It\u2019s easier than you think because we suggest hosting a super-casual cocktail party with just some light snacks and finger foods that are fast to prepare. And to make it fun, style it with a sunny Caribbean theme that you can toss together in no time with some of our practical ideas! (*this post contains affiliate link<\/em>s)<\/p>\n

Consider Easy Yet Stylish Caribbean\u00a0Appetizers<\/h2>\n

Start off with planning some easy-to-prep hors d\u2019oeuvres, mini sandwiches, or finger foods. Our team found these scrumptious Caribbean-inspired recipes that are sure to make a hit! Serve them buffet-style in long plates, wooden platters, or trays. Make it easy for guests to pick and choose appetizers as the main meal is being prepared.
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  1. Caribbean Veggie Wraps<\/a><\/li>\n
  2. Jamaican Jerk Chicken Skewers<\/a><\/li>\n
  3. Mini Salmon Mango Sliders<\/a><\/li>\n
  4. Caribbean BBQ Ham Sandwich<\/a><\/li>\n
  5. Caribbean Shrimp Bites<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    \"Bowls<\/p>\n

    After considering your appetizers, you may also want to shop for some bags of yummy pop-in-your-mouth munchies for guests to enjoy. Some great ideas would be:<\/p>\n

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    1. glazed or candied pecans<\/li>\n
    2. pistachios<\/li>\n
    3. roasted cashews<\/li>\n
    4. macadamia nuts<\/li>\n
    5. sweet and spicy cocktail nut mixes<\/li>\n
    6. crunchy banana chips<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Pour these into banana leaf-lined wooden bowls (of course, glass or ceramic ones would do just fine!), and set these out on tables for guests to pick and choose from. Have those nifty “bag clips” on hand to keep the standby refills fresh and crisp!<\/p>\n

      Prepare Exotic Caribbean Desserts with Fruits<\/h2>\n

      Prepare mouth-watering Caribbean desserts made with the freshest fruits like mangoes, cantaloupes, coconuts, and kiwis. Here are few of our favorites that you can serve on a festive dessert table:<\/p>\n

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      1. Mango Fool<\/a><\/li>\n
      2. Banana Fritters<\/a><\/li>\n
      3. Kiwi Lime Pops<\/a><\/li>\n
      4. Cantaloupe with lime, mint and honey<\/a><\/li>\n
      5. Coconut Lime Cupcakes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Looking for some decorating inspiration and ideas? Check our<\/strong> Jamaican-inspired styled shoot!<\/a><\/p>\n

        Don’t Forget the Drinks: Think Cool Cocktails<\/h2>\n

        There’s just something special about a refreshing cocktail at a summer party. Could it be that the flavors of the Caribbean are beckoning? Try these wonderful ideas:<\/p>\n

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        1. Emeril’s Caribbean Cocktail<\/a><\/li>\n
        2. Planter’s Punch Recipe<\/a><\/li>\n
        3. Caribbean Cowboy Cocktail<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Serve Chilled Fresh Fruit Cups<\/h2>\n

          \"Fruit<\/p>\n

          Cups of fresh fruit in season are super-easy to prepare\u2014plus, they’re refreshing and healthy! Check out your nearest grocery or farmer’s market for what’s available, and choose fruits that are as attractive as they are delicious.<\/p>\n

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          1. For eye-catching color, look for watermelon, pineapple, mandarin oranges, papaya, and kiwi.<\/li>\n
          2. For some sweetness, consider banana, mango, and cantaloupe.<\/li>\n
          3. For a hint of crispiness, add apples and pears.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            Cut these up into bite-size chunks, toss together gently in a large bowl, and chill for at least an hour before the party. Spoon the fruit mix into compote glasses or sorbet cups, and garnish with jaunty paper parasols!<\/p>\n

            Offer Up Sweets and Keepsakes\u201cCaribbean Style\u201d<\/h2>\n

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            Sweet treats are always welcome at a party\u2014and best of all, many come right out of a pack! Set them out for guests to enjoy right there, and have some more prettily packaged as take-home favors. Take your pick of the many fruit-flavored candies available like sugared orange slices. Present these goodies in shell dishes<\/a><\/strong>, banana leaves, or favor pouches<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

            \"bananachipsontray\"<\/p>\n

            Sweet potato chips in shell dish with a leaf-shaped favor tag, including a shell necklace as party favors. These are also great as condiment or candy dishes<\/a><\/strong> to be placed as part of your Caribbean-inspired tablescape.<\/p>\n

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            For something unique and whimsical, add pineapple place cards. Guests can take them home in these handcrafted shell placecard holders<\/a> as keepsakes of your party.<\/p>\n

            Other Caribbean favor ideas<\/a> include:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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            1. Homemade rum balls<\/li>\n
            2. Mini bottles of rum<\/li>\n
            3. Pineapple bottle openers<\/li>\n
            4. Tropical-flavored candies<\/li>\n
            5. Reggae-inspired coasters<\/li>\n
            6. Chocolates with rum liqueur<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              Play Lively Music to Enjoy at the Party<\/h2>\n

              Bring the various sounds of the Caribbean to the party with influences from Africa to Latin America. Think reggae, rumba, salsa, calypso, and Caribbean ska. Guests can relax or dance the night away as you play a medley of carefree music! Some of our Amazon favorites are:<\/p>\n\n\t\t